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The American Psychiatric Association (APA) recognizes voluntary encopresis without constipation as a psychological disorder
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Is Encopresis voluntary?
Encopresis can be either involuntary or voluntary
What causes Voluntary encopresis?
Voluntary encopresis is associated with behavioral or psychological problems
Do physical problems cause encopresis?
Although a few children experience encopresis because of malformations of the lower bowel and anus or irritable bowel disease, most have no physical problems to explain this disorder
How is encopresis prevented?
The best way to prevent encopresis is to prevent constipation
Is encopresis related to constipation?
Constipation is present in about 80% of children who experience involuntary encopresis.
What is Involuntary encopresis?
Involuntary encopresis is related to constipation, passing hard painful feces, and difficult bowel movements
How many children have encopresis?
In the United States, encopresis affects 1-2% of children under age 10
Does encopresis occur all day?
Encopresis occurs most often when the child is awake, rather than at night
What causes a disorder that inhibits voluntary movement?
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What is an ataxy?
An ataxy is a disorder or irregularity, especially referring to the disorder ataxia, the lack of co-ordination while perofrming voluntary movements.
What is the meaning of encopresis?
Encopresis describes an occurrence, most commonly in children, which involves the involuntary release of the bowls, and therefore production of excrement of fecal matter.
What does 'encopresis' imply?
Encopresis is the abnormal holding of feces whereby the child refuses to use the toilet. Usually aggressive medical intervention is need to alleviate the problem.
